Question 1

i have a dry itchy patch under my eyebrows for about 2 weeks now, its very irritating( like gives me a burning sensation wen i try to apply a mouisturising cream to get it better) its happened since i moved to another country (dubai)?

Accepted Answer

Need to be seen: Better see a dermatologist or your doctor, please don't self medicate especially in that area, skin is very sensitive and it is close to the eyes, goodluck

Question 2

i have burning sensation on skin around eyebrows; it started with right eyelid and area above eyebrows and it becomes worse with heat?

Accepted Answer

Do not apply heat: Try cool compresses, and have this checked out in person with your PCP as  that's not a normal sensation around the eyebrows.

Question 3

what could cause a burning sensation in head scalp?

Accepted Answer

Many causes: Allergy to soap/shampoo
reaction to hair colouring product
hair products
stress
anxiety
migraine
side effect of medication
occipital neuralgia
sinus
whiplash injury
vitamin b 12 deficiency
spinal nerve compression
diabetes
peripheral artery disease
peripheral neuropathy
sun burn
chemical burn
heat burn
peripheral nerve trauma (see nerve symptoms)
peripheral nerve compressions.

Question 4

why do i get a burning sensation in my neck and in my back of my head?

Accepted Answer

Possible nerve: Irritation. While it could be just muscle spasms or irritation, the fact that it burns leading up to the back of your head, it may be nerve irritation, often including the greater occipital, lesser and third occipital nerves. You will need a physical exam to be sure, but try neck range of motion exercises, gently, until you see a doc. Safe exercises can be found at www.Spine-health.Com.

Question 5

why does glucophage (metformin) cause a burning sensation inside my head?

Accepted Answer

Idiosyncratic: Burning head sensation is not a commonly reported side effect associated with metformin. A few percent of patients experience headaches but not burning head sensation. Discuss this with your doctor.

Question 6

please answer! what makes glucophage (metformin) cause a burning sensation inside my head?

Accepted Answer

One of two things ?: Burning in the head is uncommon with metformin. One possibility is acidosis and the other is hypogycemia. Check your blood sugar if it occurs again. You need to tell the doctor who prescribed the metformin that  you are having this problem.

Question 7

if i consume caffeine beverages, chocolate, or sugary foods i get a burning sensation in the base of my head on the right side, what is going on?

Accepted Answer

Reflux?: You may be having reflux with certain foods and symptoms might be related to an ulcer in that location. Avoid the trigger foods for a few weeks and see. You may need an upper endoscopy

Question 8

ocassionally i will have a hot, burning sensation in my head that lasts 5-10 seconds (like it is on fire, not in same spot each time) anxiety related?

Accepted Answer

Do not know.: This needs to be evaluated in the context of your medical history to determine the cause.

Question 9

i turned my neck yesterday and i sharp pain with burning sensation traveled to the right side of my head. is this something i should be concern about?

Accepted Answer

HOw long did it last: If the pain was only for a short period of time I would not worry. I might keep an eye on it and restrict your athletic activity for a short period of time,  This was not following any type of trauma or accident? 
I would wait a couple of days and if persist see your doc

Question 10

i suffer from migraines my whole life i have a severe one now with a lot of pressure & pain on the rt side & a burning sensation on my head. pls help?

Accepted Answer

Headache specialist: Migraines can be well managed with combination of medications alongwith relaxation therapy and/or physical medicine.  You should consider consulting a headache specialist/neurologist.  If you have consulted one already and haven't had much success, consult an  orofacial pain specialist.

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I have a dry itchy patch under my eyebrows for about 2 weeks now, its very irritating( like gives me a burning sensation wen i try to apply a mouisturising cream to get it better) its happened since i moved to another country (dubai)?

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I have burning sensation on skin around eyebrows; it started with right eyelid and area above eyebrows and it becomes worse with heat?

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What could cause a burning sensation in head scalp?

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Why do i get a burning sensation in my neck and in my back of my head?

A member asked:

Why does glucophage (metformin) cause a burning sensation inside my head?

A member asked:

Please answer! what makes glucophage (metformin) cause a burning sensation inside my head?

A member asked:

If i consume caffeine beverages, chocolate, or sugary foods i get a burning sensation in the base of my head on the right side, what is going on?

A member asked:

Ocassionally i will have a hot, burning sensation in my head that lasts 5-10 seconds (like it is on fire, not in same spot each time) anxiety related?

A member asked:

I turned my neck yesterday and i sharp pain with burning sensation traveled to the right side of my head. is this something i should be concern about?

A member asked:

I suffer from migraines my whole life i have a severe one now with a lot of pressure & pain on the rt side & a burning sensation on my head. pls help?

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